I comforted him, "Brother, look at the problem more optimistically. Experienced veterans like Xu Guangming usually don't easily drag others into trouble. Although you were his secretary, that is a thing of the past after all. The impact will not be too great, so don't worry too much."
Zhang Weiguo said with a frustrated look: "I am not worried about what you said. What I am worried about is that once the old leader falls, some people will take the opportunity to make trouble."
I pretended to be surprised and asked, "Not really? Who is so bold as to do something to you?"
He almost squeezed out a few words from between his teeth: "Besides Tian Zhenyu and his gang, who else is there!" The tone was full of anger and unwillingness, as if he had foreseen an impending storm.
I tried to ease the atmosphere and said, "It's normal to have some friction when working in the same team. Tian Zhenyu shouldn't be the kind of person who is petty and would take advantage of others' misfortunes, right?"
Zhang Weiguo sneered and said to me, "Hongjun, you don't know Tian Zhenyu as well as I do. Originally, he and I had no deep hatred, but the situation is different now. Xiao Yubo is eyeing your position, and I am a stumbling block on his road to promotion. In addition, Xiao Yubo is Tong Yazhou's right-hand man. In order to help Xiao Yubo get promoted, Tian Zhenyu will definitely spare no effort to attack me and bring me down and discredit me!"
I looked him straight in the eye and asked solemnly, "What evidence does he have against you?"
Zhang Weiguo's face changed slightly, his eyes flickered, he looked at me warily, and said slowly: "Hongjun, after so many years in the officialdom, who can really be spotless? Eating and drinking, entertaining guests, who can guarantee that there is no flaw."
I couldn't help but laugh when I heard what he said. He is obviously trying to confuse issues of different nature in an attempt to get away with it.
However, I had to calm him down temporarily, so I said, "As long as it doesn't touch the bottom line and doesn't involve substantive and serious issues, you don't have to panic too much. You should know that they in the county party committee and county government don't have the power to cover the sky with one hand. If they really dare to do something to you, I will definitely speak up for you and won't sit idly by."
Hearing what I said, Zhang Weiguo seemed to have received a pardon. His originally dull eyes instantly glowed with hope. He looked at me eagerly and said, "County Guan, with your words, I feel more at ease and confident."
I smiled slightly, looked at him meaningfully, and said, "What you do yourself is also crucial. I don't need to teach you much about the degree and coping strategies. You should know how to do it."
As soon as the words fell, we smiled at each other, and we understood each other.
Coming back from Zhang Weiguo's office, I immediately called Xiong Jifei to my office and got straight to the point without beating around the bush: "Does the money Zhang Weiguo spent on building relationships in the city and province stand up to scrutiny?"
He had obviously heard about Xu Guangming's affair and was extremely cautious. "County Magistrate Guan, please feel free to do what you want. I have always kept a strict control over finances. I have formal receipts for routine expenses. As for whether Zhang Weiguo made false reports or concealed information, I am not sure, but there is absolutely no problem on the books."
I nodded slightly to show my satisfaction, and then asked, "What about the other money?"
He immediately understood what I meant and knew that I was asking about the slush fund, and replied, "County Magistrate Guan, rest assured that the money was transferred through my wife's account, and the accounts are kept in a safe place."
I said "hmm", with approval in my eyes: "Secretary Xiong, your actions have undoubtedly added considerable risks to yourself. Aren't you worried?"
He looked at me firmly and said, "County Magistrate Guan, for you, I will not be afraid even if I have to go through fire and water."
I nodded and continued, "Secretary Xiong, I will soon hand over the work of the Management Committee to you. Have you ever thought about moving to another place to develop your career?"
When he heard this, he immediately understood what I meant. I was planning to arrange a better place for him, and he quickly said, "I actually wanted to move a long time ago, but I was afraid of causing trouble for you."
I smiled and said, "Brother, there's no need to be so hostile. Tell me, is there any place you want to go?"
He thought for a moment and said, "It's up to you. I'll follow your instructions."
I suggested, "How about being the deputy director of the Finance Bureau?"
His eyes lit up, but he remained modest: "I'm not very familiar with financial work."
I explained, "This deputy director is just a figurehead. The county plans to set up a science and technology innovation investment fund with a scale of about 100 million yuan. We need a person in charge. I plan to recommend you. What do you think?"
Xiong Jifei was suddenly so excited that it seemed as if every nerve in his body was trembling. He bowed repeatedly, and that bow was so pious and sincere, as if he poured all his endless gratitude into this series of actions. "Thank you, County Magistrate Guan, thank you, County Magistrate Guan!"
I waved my hand slowly, my eyes full of praise and affirmation, and said: "In some crucial and responsible positions, we still need comrades like you who are meticulous, experienced, calm, and thoughtful to take on the responsibilities."
I originally planned to meet with Xiao Yubo to calm him down. Tong Yazhou had most likely told him that the director of the management committee had made other arrangements. At this critical juncture, we must not allow him to cause any more trouble.
However, a call from Hu Jia disrupted my plan, informing me that Finance Director Lu Yuting was waiting for me.
Since Lu Yuting took office as the director of the Finance Bureau, we have only met briefly at a few meetings. We simply greeted each other and then went about our business. She came in person today, she must have something urgent to discuss.
Back to the office in the government building, Lu Yuting followed closely.
With a smile on my face, I took the initiative to ask, "Director Lu, you are here today, I guess you have something to discuss with me, right?"
She calmly sat opposite me and gracefully took off her condom, revealing a beige tight-fitting high-necked sweater. The sweater fitted her graceful figure, making her look even more charming and graceful, which made people look sideways.
"County Magistrate Guan, I've been here for a few days, but I haven't taken the initiative to visit you. I'm really sorry." Lu Yuting's tone was full of sincerity and self-blame.
I responded gently: "We are old acquaintances. There is no need to be so polite."
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